Can this cable be installed over the rooftop? ie. Exterior?
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No. The sheathing isn't the greatest but it is fine for most applications and it pulls easily through conduit. They probably make exterior sheathing but I would not recommend running any cat 5e outside without conduit.
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Hello Martha,This specific cable isn't recommended for outdoor. The direct sunlight over a period of time might shorten the life of the product. I would recommend our same cable in a waterproof/outdoor option: New 500 ft bulk Cat5e Ethernet Cable / Wire UTP Pull Box 500ft Cat-5e Waterproof Outdoor / Direct Burial ~ VIVO (CABLE-V011)Thank you,Taylor W.VIVO
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Hi Martha,If you can avoid running this cable across a rooftop then I would greatly do so. I would opt to run the cable underground if that's a possibility.The exposure to all elements on a rooftop is extreme, and even though VIVO does make a cable that is "outdoor" rated, I would still run the cable through a conduit. Ethernet cable is much more sensitive then Coax cable, so please don't look at both as equal in durability.
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I would not install this over the roof top exposing it to exterior elements. run it through your addict if possible.
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No. if you really need to make a run outside with no protection you want to use at least Non-Plenum cable with goo in it.
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I have this unit on the outside panel, of course its partially protected by roof overhang. unless you've handle high voltage repairs/installs before I would have an electrician do this! after all, you're not surge protected...
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Not that I can see how, without undoing one end of the cable. We leave the whole assembly as is and still looks good(we have had it since December last year), it seems to be weather resistant.it seems to be weather resistant.
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Sure, if the pipes are next to each other and the cable is long enough. But, you'll need to be able to wrap insulation around all of it.
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I ran cable up thru that attic and dropped them down overhang of the roof. Was time consuming but well worth the effort. Made it easy since I only had to go up in one spot.
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It is heavier duty than most indoor cables. But I don't think it is technically outdoor grade.
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Not easily. If you're an electrician with proper tools and most importantly proper waterproofing materials, then sure. I personally would not put a shortened line on my roof. It can easily be doubled over to fit a shorter span.
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Ours are all up under our eaves, not out in weather. The cable should be fine, but I would suggest protecting the connector part.
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I would not recommend it, you will have to get one that is rated weather resistant, this cable after I installed it didn't work to begin with so I would look into a different one.
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Mounted on roof should work great just aim correctly to get best signal. Install like any other large antenna. Its light weight for its size. Having flat terrain should work even better.
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Hello Michael, This specific cable isn't for outdoor runs or burial, but we do have the same cable available for outdoor. It's 1,000ft Full Copper Cat6 Ethernet Cable, Waterproof/Outdoor/Direct Burial/Underground: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00CA2X5W6 Thank you for your question! Taylor W. VIVO
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We have it mounted permanently on top of our motorhome with the cable running inside through the side of a roof vent. It works great, and we've driven thousands of miles with no problems. I was careful to mount it parallel with the roof to minimize wind resistance.
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that would depend on how its installed. I our case we don't use the cable on a roof. We lay it in our driveway to melt drain channels into hard packed snow and ice - short term use now and then. HTH
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The cable would have to go into a hole where u mount it or simply make a notch in the plastic cover to run the cord out and into a weatherproof box.
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No, do not mount the controller on the roof. You will need extension cables from the 10' pigtails on the panels to connect to the controller. A 50' pair of cables is available from Amazon. Instapark® CBL50-MF 12-Gauge 50-foot MC4 Solar Panel Extension Cable, UL Listed, 2-Pack
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yes but don't use it outside only indoor use. It's a cable but has a plastic outside..
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I don't why it will not work with your tin roof. The key is to instal it as high as possible to avoid possible surrounding objects from blocking the signal; the manufacturer suggests 30 feet above ground. It does work, I am in a really bad area ( many channels but my place, an apartment complex), is surrounded but lots of big buildings and I still get channels with an extraordinary good HD image...rain or no rain works. So, if you can install it 30 above the ground and avoid objects-buildings to block your signal, you will get good results. Go for it, it is worth a try...you can always return it if it doesn't work, but it will. Good luck. I don't why it will not work with your tin roof. The key is to instal it as high as possible to avoid possible surrounding objects from blocking the signal; the manufacturer suggests 30 feet above ground. It does work, I am in a really bad area ( many channels but my place, an apartment complex), is surrounded but lots of big buildings and I still get channels with an extraordinary good HD image...rain or no rain works. So, if you can install it 30 above the ground and avoid objects-buildings to block your signal, you will get good results. Go for it, it is worth a try...you can always... » Read More I don't why it will not work with your tin roof. The key is to instal it as high as possible to avoid possible surrounding objects from blocking the signal; the manufacturer suggests 30 feet above ground. It does work, I am in a really bad area ( many channels but my place, an apartment complex), is surrounded but lots of big buildings and I still get channels with an extraordinary good HD image...rain or no rain works. So, if you can install it 30 above the ground and avoid objects-buildings to block your signal, you will get good results. Go for it, it is worth a try...you can always return it if it doesn't work, but it will. Good luck. « Show Less